ACH뉴스레터-ASEAN Ways of Life: its diversity and unity

ASEAN Ways of Life: its diversity and unity

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ASEAN CRAFTS AT The ACH

ASEAN Ways of Life: its diversity and unity

ASEAN Culture House exhibits several new pieces of artwork donated by ASEAN member countries in the Permanent Exhibition Hall. Come take in these exhibits and experience the beauty of ASEAN art and culture.

Harp

Traditional saung harp from Myanmar’s Pyu period (2nd c. BCE–11th c. CE)

Xylophone

Traditional pattala xylophone, introduced during the Innwa period (14–16th c. CE)

Pot Drum

Folk drum, played with accompaniment from traditional pipes, cymbals, and bamboo clappers during happy occasions

Khon Mask: Hanuman (หนุมาน)

The white monkey Hanuman is a commander who leads Ramapipes, cymbals, and bamboo clappe

Khon Mask: Sugriva (สุครีพ)

Sugriva, the scarlet monkey, is Ramais Ramat demons.eads Ramapipes, cymbals, and bamboo clappers during happy occasionshibition Hall. Come take

Khon Mask: Maiyarap (มัยราพณ์)

Maiyarap is a purple demon with supernatural powers who rules the underworld.

Khon Mask: Tosakanth (ทศกัณฐ์)

The green devil Tosakanth has 10 faces and 20 arms. He was originally on the side of the angels, but due to discord with the god Vishnu, was reincarnated as an evil figure.

Set of Candles and Incense Sticks

A set of candles and incense sticks offered to royalty, nobility, and elders as a sign of honor and respect

Benjarong Ceramic Elephant

A ceramic sculpture of an elephant, Thailand’s national animal and a beloved symbol of Thai culture

Thai Classical Music Band

In olden times, Thai children were given the traditional Chook hairstyle, which was believed to protect them from heat and disease.

Thai Alphabet Sheet

Thailand’s King Ramkhamhaeng the Great created the first Thai alphabet in 1283 in order to better govern his kingdom which was comprised of many different ethnic groups.